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Reesë Tuttle is going to change the world

December 5, 2025

Reesë Tuttle earned five college degrees before graduating high school, but the University of Cincinnati's School of Information Technology provided her the opportunity to have a traditional college experience — even if just for the year it took her to complete her second bachelor's degree. She shares why she decided to pursue a bachelor of science in information technology (BSIT) at UC, as well as how her new startup, a security training platform, was developed with the ultimate goal of saving lives.

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University of Cincinnati’s IDD Education Center to Host Ninth Annual Red & Black Blast

December 18, 2025

The University of Cincinnati’s IDD Education Center will host its ninth annual Red & Black Blast on February 25, 2026, at Tangeman University Center. The signature event celebrates and supports the Center’s four programs—CEES, TAP, IMPACT Innovation, and RAAC—which create pathways in education, employment, and community life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Fall grads celebrate their success at commencement

December 12, 2025

The University of Cincinnati recognized more than 2,600 graduates at its fall commencement.

University of Cincinnati college is piloting a program to serve alumni of foster and kinship care

December 12, 2025

In 2025 the Ohio Reach Postsecondary designation was awarded to UC's College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology (CECH) as part of the program's third cohort. The program recognizes and supports higher education institutions that have worked to make their campuses welcoming and accessible for students with a history in foster or kinship care. CECH will run a pilot program called Anchor Point aimed at wide-scale implementation across the campus in Fall 2026.

Celebrating the newest Bearcats on Decision Day

December 11, 2025

The University of Cincinnati admits its newest Bearcats for Fall 2026. Interest in the university is at an all-time high with more than 35,000 applicants for admission. Decision Day was also a time to celebrate 10 new Marian Spencer Scholarship recipients.

Theft cases increase as the holiday season approaches

December 8, 2025

UC retail security expert Karl Langhorst tells FOX19 why theft increases during the holiday season and offers tips for retailers and shoppers to protect themselves.

Adapt, Create, Celebrate: UC Students lead the way in toy innovation

December 5, 2025

UC students and IDD Education Center Pre-Apprenticeship learners joined industry and community partners at the 1819 Innovation Hub to adapt toys for children who benefit from accessible tools. Together, multidisciplinary teams exceeded expectations by creating more than 246 accessible, customized toys.

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Episode 7

In this special episode of CECH Chats, Robert Hirsch – chief of the Miami Township police department and a two-time alum of UC’s School of Criminal Justice – speaks with school director JC Barnes about his experience as a UC student. He also goes into detail about a very special study, executed in partnership with the School of Criminal Justice, aimed at reducing dangerous motorist speeds on a stretch of road next to a school for children with hearing impairments.

Check out more episodes of "CECH Chats" to hear from faculty, students and staff doing amazing work at UC's College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services and Information Technology

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